We Are Family

My family came to visit- we met them at the Wydham Orlando Resort.
Floated around the Lazy River- watched fireworks, played putt-putt
spent some time in the awesome suites. The best part was getting to see my family.
We spent a fab time with my Aunt and Uncle and cousins at Universal- So, can I tell you that my aunt is my hero right now- She rode "The Hulk" with me- didn't even debate it- just did it. And my Uncle was an awfully good sport about Scott lying to him regarding the possibility of staying dry on the water rides.

Uncle: "Do you get wet on that ride?"

Scott: " Only if you sit in certain seats, you'll be okay."

Uncle: "Okay let's ride"

After the ride

Scott: "Sorry man, I didn't know that everyone got wet."

Uncle: " It was fun!"

Repeat this conversation 4 times.

I got to meet my cousin's wife and their precious girl-Saw my 2nd little cousin ride his first huge roller coaster, and spent time just being.

I don't want summer to end!

The Zoku is so cooooool (Sorry coudnn't help it)

Bought the Zoku- very awesome- I was concerned about the amount of money that I spent on it. But not anymore because we love it!
Made 6 Popsicles in 20 minutes. & they were yummy!
We used two flavors for our first pops. Watermelon, coconut water (from Vita Coco), and agave for layer one.

Blueberries, coconut water, and agave for layer 2.

Use a flexible measuring cup, poor in the goodness and 12 minutes later- delicious pops!

It is a Zoo Out There....

There is a woman that I know. I will call her "Marsha." When our paths cross- she looks at me like this:Then, I am all like this:
Then, she looks at me like this:
& finally, I am like, "whatever."

Air Force One-

The tour guide indicated that this (the first) Air Force One was technologically state of the art. Now, however, the newer model was designed with luxury in mind.

Kennedy and his family spent time on this plane.
These are cockpit shots.


This was a lavatory up front. Notice the air fresheners --"stick ups!"

Communication
More communication.
Behind the curtain is a microwave. Had to have been one of the first ones.


A picture of President JFK and the First Lady exiting the plane.

President's on board office, with phone, and hat rack.

Presidential Lavatory with Doggie Door.


Extra seating.
The overheads pull down into bunking areas.
Tourists.

Typewriter in annex office area.
Copier.

Fantasy Island

When I was in elementary school, my mother bought me a crossing guard costume. I adored it. In my mind, the crossing guards carried the same amount of authority as police officers. When they held up those gloved hands- people had to respect and obey.

I remembering donning the plastic/vinyl vest (which, now that I think about it...was the same material as a cheap shower curtain), attaching my plastic badge, grabbing my baton & plastic whistle, and ran to the nearest busy street. I was going to direct me some traffic. & No, my mother did not know about this. & probably still doesn't.

As I approached the street, my spirits began to dampen a bit. It was Saturday- No one was coming from or going to school...No one would need my assistance to cross. I stood at the corner of my street and the busy intersecting one...what to do??? Then it hit me, I could assist those who want to turn down my road by...stopping the traffic with my gloved hand...AND I could direct the those who wanted to turn ...with MY SILVER BATON!!! Although this was a fantastic idea...I was still a little embarrassed by my new badge, uniform, and promotion. So, I hid behind a tree on the corner, and waited for oncoming cars to signal their desire to turn.

As soon as the car signaled, I would jump from my hiding stop and attempt to control the oncoming traffic. When seeing me and my get up- driver's faces exhibited a number of emotions, fear, bewilderment, anger, and relief (when they managed to avoid flattening me). Thankfully, this phase was short lived- the horns frightened me.

This is the memory that came back to me as I took these pictures of Chandler coming out of the Air Force One.
Because, as a kid, I would have milked this. I would have stood at the top of the stairs and posed, and waved, and shamelessly pretended.
For a moment, in my own head, I would of been the Prez.
& I would have imagined the Marines saluting me...especially one Marine in particular...That is right, Scott would have to salute me. heehee!
The Air Force One is available to tour at the Seattle Museum of Flight-

I will post pics of the interior.

Some Things to Like About Seattle!

In no particular order-

1. Pikes Place Market-A lot of yummy food & only 1 Chain Store in the whole market area....Guess which chain?
2. Our boat captain and tour guide for the Duck Tours- You tour Seattle's land and Lake Union on these amphibious vehicles. If your lucky- you get this nutty as a fruitcake tour guide.
See that weeping willow? That is where Boeing got his start...at least that is what I think that tour guide dude said.

3. The Seattle Museum of Flight- I think that I am going to have to do a separate post for this place. This museum is incredible~!4. What chain store is the only one allowed in the Market? Star Bucks! There are over 400 in Seattle alone. This is the original.

5. Flying Fish-
6. Pikes Place Chowder- hands down...the best chowder that I have EVER eaten.
Chandler refuses to talk...must devour the chowder.

I guess that you can tell that we liked this place...